Bean Guide

By understanding the different types of coffee and how they are made, you can begin to appreciate the complexities of this beloved beverage.

The Art of Coffee

Coffee Bean Flavor Guide

Whether you're a coffee aficionado or just looking to expand your horizons, learning about different types of coffee beans is a great way to broaden your knowledge of the world's most popular drink.


With so many options available, it's easy to find the perfect coffee bean for your needs. By learning about the different types of coffee beans, you'll be able to make informed decisions about which blends to try and how to best enjoy your cup of joe.


Indonesian

Indonesian

Papua New Guinea
Medium Roast. Balanced and smooth with citrus and floral tones.

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Sumatra
Medium / Dark Roast. Heavy-bodied and earthy. Rich and smooth with a hint of cognac.

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Central American

Central American

Costa Rican
Light/Medium Roast. Floral with a light, slightly sweet chocolate finish.

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Honduran
Light/Medium Roast. Mild and sweet with a complex and fruity finish.

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Guatemalan
Medium Roast. Smoky with floral and chocolate notes.

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Panama
Light Roast. Sweet chocolate tones with a bright, citrus finish.

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Nicaraguan
Medium Roast. Clean, balanced, and full-bodied.

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South American

South American

Colombian
Medium Roast. Buttery and smooth with hints of caramel.

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Brazil
Light Roast. Walnut and almond notes with a smoky finish.

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Peru La Florida
Medium Roast. Nutty and bright with a chocolaty finish.

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African & East African

African and East African

Ethiopian (Harrar, Sidamo, Yirgacheffee)
Light Roast. Delicious blueberry and floral notes with a rich, smooth finish.

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Tanzanian AA
Medium Roast. Hints of toffee and caramel with a complex finish.

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Kenya AA
Medium Roast. Bright and complex with notes of fruit and spice.

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Blends & Roasts

Blends and Roasts

Signature House Blend
Medium Roasted blend. Smooth and smoky with velvety chocolate tones.

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Espresso Blends (Viennese, Milano, Carnival)
Medium/dark roasted blend. Bright, and syrupy with complex flavors.

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French Roast
Dark roast. Full-bodied, smoky, and bittersweet.

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Sicilian Roast (aka "The Godfather")
Our darkest roast. A heavy-bodied Sicilian roast with sweet bourbon notes and a smooth, smoky finish.

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Decaffeinated Coffees

Decaffeinated Coffees

Decaf Coffee
Medium Roast. Smooth and rich with soft caramel notes. Incredibly flavorful.

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Decaf French Roast
Dark Roast. Full-bodied, smoky, and bittersweet.

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Decaf Espresso
Medium/dark roasted blend. Bright, syrupy and complex flavors.

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Contact us online or call us at (413) 586-9050

Hours of operation
Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm

The Best Coffee

From Seed to Cup

Raos Coffee Roasting is one of the few roasters that specialize in single origin coffees. We've traveled to different parts of the world to find the best beans and then roast them to perfection. The end result is a cup of coffee with a unique flavor profile that can't be found anywhere else.



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